ProWave FAQs
ProWave Model 101 User Questions & Troubleshooting
ProWave Model 101 User Questions & Troubleshooting
What should I do for (your condition)? (see the ProWave Custom Comprehensive Programs)
Please, before you email, look in the manual for the closest thing. That's what we do when folks call if we need to. We can get in hot water for giving advice because it can be mis-construed as medical advice. We can suggest you go to your doctor and get FDA approved pills and treatments that will quite possibly kill you, but we are not allowed to advise you personally on alternative treatments. That being said, along with most Programs for Conditions in the Rife 101, it can be beneficial to also do these programs: Detoxification, Hyperacidity, Parasites, Fungal Infection, Lymph Problems, Inflammation, Infections-General, Circulation. See our ProWave Custom Comprehensive Programs - they are VERY comprehensive, for instance, the one for CANCER - it condenses all of the cancer-related ProWave programs down to about three hours running time. In not only includes all of the cancer channels, but Glands, Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Fungal, Inflammation, Lymph programs and much more that may be helpful for you. Included in our Custom Comprehensive Cancer program is our SOCK-IT-TO-ME program consisting of just the cancer frequencies to run in between the general program. ALSO included is our CANCER-ALL-NIGHT program with the DETOXIFICATION program built right in. Be aggressive with the ProWave, but watch for detox symptoms.
What is Zachary Disease?
You get exactly (Zachery) more of what you talk about. Talk about relaxing, talk about things you love to do, talk about going to the beach, not your illness any more than you can help it. Some people focus on their illness and it becomes all-encompassing. Talk and think about what you want more of: think about happy things, laugh more! Love more! This is Zachery (exactly) Disease - getting exactly what you talk about! Everything is frequency, even your thoughts!
My ProWave Model 101 just arrived - how do I get started? (see the photos on the Used ProWave page)
Congratulations! It's easy as 1 2, 3: ONE: Unpack the machine and plug in 2 wires to the back of the machine and the other end into the metal cylinder electrodes. TWO: Open the manual and choose a condition to treat. THREE: Turn on the machine by turning the intensity dial, press CLEAR, PROG, enter the 3-digit condition, then RUN. There you go! With your biofrequency machine you received our ProWave Model 101 Quick Start Guide but you can view it and the Instructional Video online - just go to our Used ProWave Model 101 listing and scroll the photos.
Can I hold the steel cylinder or rubber grip electrodes against my temples instead of using the sticky pads?
Yes you can, but you'll want to put a cloth (wash cloths, socks or pot holders work well) between your hands and the metal or rubber so the frequency is at your temples and not transmitted through your hands. It's possible you'll need a bit of water or a damp gauze pad, or, Conductivity Lotion. Keep the intensity levels low, as that location could make your eyes jump/vibrate, and you don't need that. If you have the green light, that's enough.
How long should a ProWave session be?
When you first start using the ProWave Model 101 do one session for one minute per channel (followed by #197 Detoxification) and see how you feel the next morning. If you have no "detox symptoms" such as flu-like, headache, joint aches, mucus, etc., do another session. After about a week, if you are tolerating it ok, you can do more than one treatment a day. Do the DETOX PROGRAM at least every other time in addition to your main program, to help get the crud out of your body. If you do have side-effects (dizzy, sick feeling, headache, stomach pains) slow it down. You can easily lower the time of each channel/frequency to one minute rather than the default of three minutes. Some people are very toxic and have a lot of pathogens to remove, and/or their detox pathways may not be operating so great. Slow down and drink more water (at least half your weight in ounce per day, if not double that). This is much safer and gentler than taking toxic drugs and doing radiation.
What are those red, yellow and green lights on the ProWave Rife 101 operating panel? (see ProWave Model 101 Features)
The CONTACT lights indicate whether you're getting good frequency conductivity through your chosen electrodes. If the green light is on—usually at intensity level 5 or higher—you’re receiving optimal energy. You can safely increase the intensity if desired; it won’t harm you and often feels good, as it delivers energy your body may be lacking. On lower channels, the lights may flicker at first but usually turn solid green by the second or third channel. Always use the included conductivity lotion with the stainless steel cylinder electrodes or wristband electrodes to help ensure a green light. It’s non-greasy, mess-free, and highly effective, featuring soothing aloe vera.
Why do the red-yellow-green Contact Lights flicker sometimes when I believe I have good contact?
See the answer to the question above regarding the Contact lights.
Why do I see different Channel Energy Levels as I go through a ProWave Program?
The default Energy Level for each Channel is pre-set to be at a relatively comfortable level for the average user. Some people are more sensitive, some are less. Some have a higher tolerance for the vibration, some have less. Some Channels you will naturally feel more than others due to the various Hertz levels. You can create custom programs to increase or decrease the Energy Level for each Channel to suit your particular tolerance.
Can I add more Rife frequencies to the machine?
The ProWave Model 101 is the highest quality device available. It intentionally does not allow users to add custom frequencies, due to the widespread publication of questionable and unverified frequency lists—ranging from crystals and Radionics to vague claims like “God frequencies.” Unfortunately, some well-meaning users may harm themselves by experimenting with these unproven signals. Since Rife’s time, very few frequencies have been scientifically validated as both safe and effective. Without a rigorous system like Rife’s original method to determine which frequencies can actually eliminate specific organisms, we are limited to what is currently verified. The issue isn’t the ProWave’s frequency library—it’s the broader medical field’s reluctance to explore energy medicine. In fact, a microscope in Germany (as of 2009) that surpasses Rife’s capabilities costs nearly a million dollars. Add another $20–30 million for proper research, and we might discover a few more validated frequencies. It's a massive undertaking—now you see what's involved. This being said, remember, the ProWave's pure square wave is very rich in harmonics, so, with each frequency you are getting many, many more, and Rife himself wasn't sure if the benefit was in the frequency or it's harmonics.
Can I go portable and with which electrodes?
Our ProWave Rife 101 is the only Rife machine that can be run on battery power and for a long time (4-6 hours)! Some people like the wristbands best, some like sticky pads (flexible electrodes), so they can easily read a book, drive, sleep, exercise, cook, etc. Some find they can walk further while holding the hand cylinders and putting the machine in a small backpack OR our see-thru backpack (see it on our ProWave Product page). You can even put the hand cylinders on a folded towel on the floor, get barefoot and use your computer while doing a treatment.
Where would I place the electrodes on a dog that has ear infections? (see Rocky's Story, my German Shepherd)
When I treated my German Shepherd Rocky for Parvo I shaved a small area on the inside of the fleshy part of his forearms. I could have used the sticky pads, but I sat with him, his head in my lap for hours as he was near death, and I used the steel cylinders with Conductivity Lotion. I put a wash cloth between my hand and the cylinder so I didn't get the frequencies, only he did. You might try it this way and shave some fur on either side of the dog's neck, below the ears. You can always pause the Rife 101 and let your little sweetie up to run around it he/she gets restless, then continue where you left off by hitting the pause button again.
Do I have to start slow with only 1 minute per frequency?
The one minute rule is important for elderly, chronically ill and frail individuals only to prevent a detox reaction. Most people can start off with the standard of three minutes, which is the default pre-programmed into the Rife 101, but watch for detox symptoms and it's always a good idea to run #197 Detoxification when you're done for the day, or, more often.
I'm confused by lists of frequencies I see on the internet, please explain.
The ProWave Model 101 comes pre-programmed with hundreds of frequencies, each linked to channel numbers listed toward the back of the manual. While some devices may claim to offer more frequencies, quantity doesn't equal quality. What truly matters is effectiveness—and the Rife 101 excels in generating rich harmonics, which is where the real power lies. Think of harmonics like ripples on a pond or a musical note echoed in different octaves by a full orchestra. Even Dr. Royal Raymond Rife acknowledged that the true benefit might come not from the primary frequency, but from the harmonics it produces in the body.
I have HSV (Herpes) so how do I know the Rife machine is working if I don't have side effects?
If the green Contact light is on, you are getting better by the day! Remember to run the Detoxification Program each day as well - you're doing great if you're not having detox symptoms! Keep it up! And of course, if you have no more herpes breakouts, you know the ProWave is doing it's job!
I had no results! Why? (see the ProWave Rife Testimonial page)
We get very few people stating that they got no results, nothing at all, ever. We found this to be rather strange as most people get wonderful results. Why do a few people get zero results? We started prodding and these are some of the reasons we found: 1) One man never turned the machine intensity past barely feeling it, level 3, not even getting the green light. He did only one treatment a week. The intensity should be at least 5 or 6, with the green conductivity light glowing. Daily treatments, or every other day, would be much better. Give the machine a chance to do its good work. 2) A couple of folks with poor results also claim to have HUGE stress loads. Their job and relationships drives them up a wall, but they can't see how to make any changes, or, how to view it differently. "I'm too old to change jobs." "My spouse and I have nothing in common anymore." Stress is a killer. Stress makes your system acidic, and this acidity sets the stage for disease. Prolonged stress weakens your immune system and depletes your adrenal glands, which are supposed to help you manage your stress! It's one of the worst things for your body! With a depleted, worn down body it will impede the results of Rife treatments and other treatments as well, since stress affects everything from digestion to sleep. Dare to make changes. If you can't change your situation, change the way you view it. Not easy, but you're worth it, aren't you? 3) Some folks are just overloaded with toxins from pesticides, environmental and chemical poisons over their lifetime (think air fresheners, toxic cleaning products, junk foods and processed foods, poor air quality, x-rays, cell phones, cosmetics, etc). Their excretory system may be clogged and in need of cleansing just to be efficient. The type of disease, what stage it's in, the condition of other organs, what previous treatments they've had all can influence your success. The Rife 101 should be part of a holistic approach to wellness. We can help you start on this! 4) Some people are just plain negative. They were skeptical when they made the purchase, full of negativity and focused on the lack of friends or partner, hate their job, lousy neighbors, super stressed out, almost broke, acquaintances dump on them, bad luck follows them around. It's best, when using the Rife machine, to sit and focus on the good energy, feel gratitude that you were smart enough to seek this out and that it will help you, then you can help others. Let the good energy flow, and don't focus on the bad. A negative attitude pervades everything in your life. Change it before it's too late. Remember, you get more of what you talk and think about! 5) Personally, I'm very healthy. So, if I run the ProWave on INFECTIONS, I may have zero repercussions (results) because there's nothing too wrong. BUT once in a while I'll run INFECTIONS as a "preventative" and I'll get super tired and have to take a nap - and I NEVER nap! So you see, then I know the ProWave was successful and killing something floating around which then made me exhausted. Most people get wonderful results and are a joy to work with, as we derive great life-satisfaction in being able to help others along the path to real wellness, and really love working with people who are starting to get educated about all the facets of good health. These people get better and better and help their friends and family with their ProWave! Work on diet, a toxin free living environment, drink clean water and make changes to create a happy, stress-free life. You have everything to gain! You can grow old gracefully with no pain or illness. YOU CAN DO IT!
Where can I get extra ProWave Model 101 parts (electrodes, conductivity lotion, wires, etc.)? (see all ProWave Parts page)
Go to our ProWave Model 101 Parts page. You'll find everything you need there, including the ProWave Model 101 Battery Service. Ordering over the internet is fast and secure. If you have trouble, write us and we'll help.
My ProWave displays "Low Battery-recharge or use AC" after a few minutes - is the AC Adapter or battery defective? (see the ProWave AC Adapter page and the ProWave Battery Service page)
Your AC Adapter-Charger may be faulty. Damage can occur if the long wire is mishandled—always grip and pull from the thick black connector near the end. NEVER pull the wire. First, check that the unit wasn’t accidentally unplugged during charging. The charger is often the most vulnerable part of the Rife 101 system. If it's not working, it will remain cold when plugged in, and the screen will display “Low Battery – Recharge or use AC.” You can order a replacement from our ProWave Model 101 Parts page, but you might need a new battery. We recommend a new battery every 3-5 years. If the screen lights up but stays blank—or doesn't light up at all—you likely need a new battery. Visit our ProWave Battery Service section on the same page for details.
What is the yellow light on the back of the ProWave?
The yellow light is a "Fast Charge Light". When the ProWave battery is very depleted, the yellow light will light up when the unit is plugged in. This simply lets you know it's in a "fast charge" mode. This yellow light will go out when the battery has enough charge to run, but IT IS NOT an indication of a full charge. The ProWave takes about 6 hours to charge, with the unit turned off. There is no indicator light that it is fully charged.
What is the LAST button for?
The ProWave Model 101 retains the LAST two programs completed in the memory. After turning the unit on, and pressing CLEAR, you can press LAST and see the last two programs successfully completed. If you then hit RUN, the ProWave will run those two programs one right after the other.